Things Walk-In Clinics Won't Tell You

11/2/2012 12:45PM

Walk-In clinics are popping up in more storefronts around the country as an alternative to the family doctor or the emergency room -but they differ in price and quality of care. Jen Wieczner on Lunch Break looks at the cost of convenience and things these clinics aren't telling you. Photo: AP.

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